participation

/pɑɹˌtɪs.əˈpeɪ.ʃən/

UK: /pɑːˌtɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃən/

pɑɹtɪs · ƏPEꞮ · ʃən (3 syllables)

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Definition

The act of participating, of taking part in something.

Etymology

From Middle English participacioun, from Middle French [Term?], from Old French participacion, from Late Latin participatiō. By surface analysis, participate + -ion.

Example Sentences

  • "a decision made based on the participation of the shareholders"
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